Liverpool vs Arsenal: Jamie Carragher says Anfield win could shift perception on Premier League title chances of Jurgen Klopp's side

Reds one point behind Gunners and «ahead of schedule» according to Carragher, who is still to be convinced of his former side's title credentials — but says a win this weekend could change that; Watch Liverpool vs Arsenal live on Sky Sports this Saturday from 5pm; kick-off 5.30pm

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Thursday 21 December 2023 16:27, UK

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Jamie Carragher says he is yet to be convinced Liverpool are serious Premier League title contenders — but a win over Arsenal at Anfield on Saturday could change that opinion.

There was disappointment at Liverpool on Sunday when they were held to a 0-0 draw at home to Manchester United but they could still be Christmas No 1 if they beat the Gunners this weekend, live on Sky Sports.

«Throughout the season, when you look at the points Liverpool have got, they are one of the top teams in the country. But when you actually look at the performances I'm not so sure,» said the Sky Sports pundit.

«I'd probably just need a little bit more convincing and no better way to do that than getting a great result against Arsenal at the weekend, who are top of the table.»

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Explaining why he has his doubts about his former side, Carragher pointed to the overhaul the team has been through in the summer and the positions they may still need to strengthen to maintain a consistent title challenge right through until the final weeks of the season.

«I just think Liverpool just might be a little bit short of winning the title,» he said. «I hope I'm wrong and it might be a season that might be a little bit different than we have seen in the past where you have almost felt like you had